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Russian President Says Nation In War With West
Russian President Vladimir Putin used a Victory Day speech on Tuesday to warn that “a war has been unleashed” against Russia in what seemed an attempt to prepare the nation for a change in the narrative about Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. So far, the Kremlin has described its battle against Ukraine only as no more than a “special military operation” aimed at defending Russian interests but limited in scope.
Cleric Lynched In Pakistan Over Muhammad Remarks
An Islamic cleric has been beaten to death by a Muslim mob in northwestern Pakistan after comparing a political candidate to Islam’s prophet Muhammad, Worthy News learned Tuesday.
China: Changsu city to pay public sector workers entirely in digital yuan
As part of a new phase in promoting China’s currency, the Chinese city of Changsu in Jiangsu province has confirmed it will start paying its public sector employees entirely in digital yuan, Asia Nikkei reports.
Latest World News Headlines
Russia Launches Huge Drone Attack On Ukraine – May 9, 2023
Dutch Government Apologizes For Groningen Earthquakes (Worthy News Radio) – May 9, 2023
Myanmar: Military junta releases over 2,000 political prisoners but many thousands, including Christians, remain imprisoned – May 9, 2023
US providing Ukraine $1.2B in military aid ahead of expected spring offensive against Russia – May 9, 2023
Russia’s Wagner Group Stays In Bakhmut, As Ukraine ‘Launches Attacks’ (Worthy News Radio) – May 8, 2023
Senior US official in Saudi Arabia to discuss massive rail project with UAE, India – May 8, 2023
Britain’s King Charles III Crowned – May 7, 2023
Breaking Israel News
‘No terrorist is immune’: Netanyahu says Gaza fighting could last days
After a tense day following Israel’s initiated Shield and Arrow to eliminate Islamic Jihad’s high command in the Gaza Strip, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned on Tuesday that any escalation on the Palestinians’ part will be “answered with a decisive response.”
Thousands evacuated from Gaza border to Dead Sea hotels
Thousands of Sderot residents were evacuated from the city Tuesday evening, accompanied by members of the Home Front Command as part of Mashav Ruach (Breeze) program, a response to Operation Shield and Arrow launched by the Israel Defense Forces early in the morning. The first phase of the evacuation included hundreds of families leaving on 25 buses. Most of them traveled to hotels in the Dead Sea.
Latest Israel News Headlines
Israeli Defense Systems In Wartorn, Ukraine – May 10, 2023
Israeli Eliminates Senior Gaza Terror Leaders in ‘Operation Shield and Arrow’ – May 9, 2023
Hezbollah builds 27 new bases in Lebanon under cover of fake NGO – May 9, 2023
New polls show Gantz still ahead of Netanyahu and Lapid – May 8, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
Biden under pressure as McCarthy, McConnell align on spending reforms tied to debt limit increase
President Biden is under pressure to negotiate with congressional Republicans over the debt limit as House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell align on spending reforms in exchange for a debt limit increase.
Jury: ‘Ex-President Trump Sexually Abused Columnist’; Trump Denies Charges
A Manhattan jury comprised of six men and three women concluded Tuesday that former U.S. President Donald J. Trump “sexually abused” a columnist and also held him financially liable for “defaming” her.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
Children Among Victims Of Texas Mall Shooting – May 9, 2023
White House says Congress must ‘get to work’ on raising debt ceiling – May 9, 2023
Abbott activates ‘Texas Tactical Border Force,’ 545 more National Guardsmen deployed before Title 42 expires – May 9, 2023
Arizona school district reinstates evangelical student-teachers after Christian university files religious discrimination suit – May 9, 2023
Seven Killed In US As Car Hits Migrants – May 8, 2023
‘Man Who Killed Eight At Mall Identified’ – May 8, 2023
Several Fatalities, Nine Injured In Texas Mall Shooting – May 7, 2023
Breaking Christian News
Nigeria: Two Christian girls abducted by Boko Haram rescued after 9 years in captivity
Two young Christian women in Nigeria have been rescued after being abducted by Boko Haram terrorists over nine years ago, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
India: Six killed and 25 churches burned down in Hindu nationalist violence
At least six people were killed and 25 churches burned down during Hindu nationalist violence in India’s Manipur state this month, Christian Headlines (CH) reports.
India: Dramatic escalation of violence in Manipur, 58 dead, 50 churches burned
Christian leaders in India’s Manipur state have accused the Hindu nationalist government of supporting the violent attacks carried out by ethnic Hindu Meitei rioters, which began last week, and which have now resulted in the destruction of 50 churches and the deaths of 58 people, many of whom were Christians, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Latest Christian News Headlines
UK: Court rules against Christian parent who claims primary school indoctrinates small children in LGBT issues – May 9, 2023
‘Raise the Alarm’: How Artificial Intelligence Could Further Terrorize Persecuted Christians Across the Globe – May 8, 2023
Thousands Of Christians Flee Deadly Attacks In India; Churches Torched – May 5, 2023
National Day of Prayer to reach 110 million households: ‘We’re praying for an awakening in America’ – May 5, 2023
Presbyterian Church USA sees ongoing decline in membership, new report shows – May 4, 2023
Christian evangelists at Boston’s SatanCon claim about 100 people converted: ‘We’re in a battle’ – May 4, 2023
US Commission on International Religious Freedom publishes annual report, lists worst violators – May 3, 2023
Breaking News from This Week 4/12/23
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Hundreds Of Migrants Await Rescue At SeaHundreds of migrants feeling war, persecution, and poverty were still awaiting to be rescued Wednesday off the coast of southern Italy, more than two days after activists raised the alarm.
Pentagon: ‘Special US, NATO Forces In Ukraine’More details have emerged about Western special forces inside Ukraine after Worthy News initially reported that troops from the NATO military alliance were in the wartorn nation.BRICS Nations Dumping Dollar As New World Currency Nears
The U.S. dollar was rapidly losing its status as the world’s reserve currency Tuesday after five leading emerging economies, Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS), agreed to work on a new global currency, Worthy News monitored.
Latest World News Headlines
Hungary Extends Energy Deals With Russia – April 11, 2023Saudi officials travel to Yemen to try and end crushing civil war – April 11, 2023China completes 3 days of military drills simulating blockades around Taiwan – April 11, 2023Worries Over Good Friday Agreement Mar 25th Anniversary (Worthy News Radio) – April 10, 2023US Deploys Nuclear Submarine In Standoff With Iran – April 10, 2023France Challenges US Superpower Status – April 9, 2023China, Taiwan Nearing Military Confrontation – April 9, 2023
Breaking Israel News
Netanyahu Vows to Restore Security ‘On All Fronts’ After Terror Attacks, Rocket Fire
Israel’s embattled prime minister pledged on Monday evening to restore security after a turbulent few days saw violent clashes on Jerusalem’s Temple Mount, deadly acts of terrorism, and cross-border rocket fire including the biggest barrage from Lebanon since the 2006 Israel-Hezbollah war.Netanyahu bars Jewish visitors from Temple Mount for last 10 days of RamadanJewish visitors will be barred from the Temple Mount from Wednesday until the end of Ramadan in ten days’ time, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced on Tuesday, after a series of security consultations on the issue amid widespread violence linked to tensions at the holy site.
Latest Israel News Headlines
Israel has the “right to defend itself” against aggression, US government says – April 11, 2023Israeli PM Reinstates Defense Minister Gallant Despite Earlier Dismissal – April 10, 2023Leaked Pentagon Document Suggests Israel May Supply Weapons to Ukraine – April 10, 2023Frail Pope Urges Peace In Israel After Deadly Clashes – April 9, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
Oklahoma school board unanimously rejects application for publicly-funded Catholic charter schoolA school board appointed by Republican officials in Oklahoma has unanimously rejected an application by the Catholic Church to establish the first tax-payer funded religious charter school in the US, Reuters reports.Biden administration officials were involved in Mar-a-Lago raid despite claiming otherwise: report
The Biden administration involved itself in the raid of former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home despite reports that its officials were “stunned” to find out about the news on social media, according to the group America First Legal, which obtained internal government documents related to the raid through a Freedom of Information Act request.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
US Bank Lending Slumps by Most on Record in Final Weeks of March – April 11, 2023Leak of US classified documents online is “very serious risk to national security” and could lead to loss of life, Pentagon says – April 11, 2023Justice Department asks appeals court to stop ruling that would halt approval of abortion pill – April 10, 2023Next abortion battles may be among states with clashing laws – April 10, 2023Kentucky Governor Urges Prayers As Several Killed At Bank – April 10, 2023Deficit soars to $1.1 trillion for first half of fiscal 2023 – April 10, 2023House Oversight Republicans subpoena more bank records in Biden family probe – April 9, 2023
Breaking Christian News
Indonesia Pledges To Facilitate Church After Outcry
Indonesia’s government says it will facilitate a place of worship for Protestant Christians in West Java after the forced closure of their church by authorities provoked an international outcry.Attacks on churches surged in first quarter of 2023, report findsAttacks on churches escalated in the first quarter of 2023 consistent with a years-long trend of rising vandalism, arson and shootings, none worse this year than the deadly rampage at the Covenant School in Nashville.
Indonesia: Government authorities continue to shut down churchesAmid an ongoing spate of government-sponsored church closures in Indonesia, the Purwakarta Simalungun Protestant Christian Church (GKPS) was forced to give up worshiping and building a sanctuary in Cigelam Village because the Purwakarta Regency Government in West Java refused to issue the requisite permit and de facto shut the church down, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
Latest Christian News Headlines
Persecuted Chinese congregation arrives in the US seeking asylum – April 10, 2023Nigeria: Church of Christ in Nations pastor and his two sons among Christians slaughtered in Plateau state – April 6, 2023Faith-based movie about Abraham and Isaac places third at weekend box office – April 6, 2023Nigeria: Christians slaughtered in Benue state attacks – April 4, 2023186 churches file suit against United Methodist Church for not allowing disaffiliation over LGBT issues – April 4, 2023Scotland: Church leaders say proposed conversion therapy ban could criminalize Christians who teach that homosexual behavior is sinful – April 4, 2023Thailand: Asylum-seeking Chinese congregation taken into police custody following expiry of visas – April 4, 2023
News from this Week 4/5/23
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One Killed, Dozens Injured In Dutch Train Crash
A double-decker train carrying about 50 passengers derailed in the southern Netherlands early Tuesday, killing one person and injuring 30 others, in what officials called “a black day for the Dutch railway.”
Finland Joins NATO, Doubling Alliance Border With Russia
Finland became the 31st member of the Western NATO military alliance Tuesday in a historic move that Russia had tried to prevent.
NATO Condemns Detention US Journalist While Lawyers Appeal (Worthy News Radio)
Lawyers for a U.S. journalist arrested in Russia on espionage charges have appealed against the decision to hold him in pre-trial detention. The detention of Evan Gershkovich has raised Western concerns, including from the NATO military alliance.
Latest World News Headlines
Senior ISIS commander killed by American-led drone strike in Syria – April 4, 2023
Officials: US Providing Ukraine $2.6 Billion in Military Aid – April 4, 2023
Former President of Kosovo goes on trial at the International Court of Justice for war crimes – April 4, 2023
Saudi Arabia and Egypt move toward rehabilitating Syrian dictator Assad in “victory for Russia and Iran” – April 4, 2023
Saudi Arabia, Six Other OPEC+ Members Announce Surprise New Oil Production Cuts – April 4, 2023
US seeks to keep Yemen-bound ammunition seized from Iran – April 4, 2023
Japan Not Supporting Price Cap On Russian Oil – April 4, 2023
Breaking Israel News
Israel Has Stepped Up Attacks on Iranian, Hezbollah Targets in Syria
On April 2, 2023, Israel reportedly attacked several targets in Syria’s Homs province associated with the Syrian army and Iran-backed militias. Syrian state media reported that five military personnel were injured in the attack.
After airstrikes, Syria warns Israel not to drag region toward ‘total escalation’
Syria’s foreign ministry on Tuesday warned that Israel risked dragging the region toward “total escalation” after another overnight airstrike near Damascus attributed to the Jewish state.
Latest Israel News Headlines
Israel launches fresh strikes on Damascus area, Syrian state media reports – April 4, 2023
Jordan king says Muslims have ‘duty to deter Israeli escalation’ in Jerusalem – April 4, 2023
Mystery drone downed by IDF in Israeli airspace was sent by Iran – April 4, 2023
Tens of thousands protest against judicial overhaul: ‘Negotiations? We won’t move until the danger passes’ – April 2, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
Trump Pleads Not Guilty To Charges
The grim-faced former U.S. President Donald J. Trump pleaded “not guilty” Tuesday to 34 charges related to an investigation into a hush money payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
US Manufacturing Reaches New Low
U.S. manufacturing reached its lowest point since the start of the pandemic, according to a report released just as President Joe Biden embarked on a tour of U.S. factories to tout his promise to boost the industry.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
Trump In New York To Face Arrest Tuesday – April 4, 2023
Florida Senate oks 6-week abortion ban – April 4, 2023
China land-buying push targets U.S. agriculture, farm acreage – April 2, 2023
Deadly tornadoes produce catastrophic damage across Midwest, South, Mid-Atlantic – April 2, 2023
Op-Ed: Biden Budget Proposal Could put U.S. National Debt at $43.6 Trillion by 2033 – March 30, 2023
Ex-President Trump “Indicted” For Hush Money Prompting Outrage – March 30, 2023
Fewer than 40% of Americans consider God to be important than money, poll finds – March 30, 2023
Breaking Christian News
Nigeria: Christians slaughtered in Benue state attacks
More than 60 Christians were murdered in Nigeria’s Benue state in the last month, as the years-long slaughter of Nigerian Christians by radicalized Fulani herdsmen and Islamic jihadists continues unabated and with impunity.
The United Methodist Church is being sued by 186 of its congregations in Georgia after it put a “pause” on allowing anymore churches to disaffiliate over an ongoing strenuous debate within the denomination on LGBT issues, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
A group of twenty Scottish church leaders have written to Scotland’s Minister for Equality expressing their alarm that a proposed government ban on “conversion practices” could result in the criminalization of Christians who teach anyone, including their own children, that the practice of homosexuality is sinful, Christian Today reports.
Latest Christian News Headlines
Thailand: Asylum-seeking Chinese congregation taken into police custody following expiry of visas – April 4, 2023
US must stand with India’s persecuted Christians, says former Ambassador- at-Large for International Religious Freedom – March 31, 2023
UK: Evangelical Alliance expects increased membership as congregations split from Church of England over LGBT stance – March 30, 2023
Uganda: Pastor murdered by Islamist relatives for refusing to denounce Christ, “We need prayers” – March 30, 2023
India: Christians face ongoing intense persecution, “Please pray for their protection, provision, and peace” – March 28, 2023
Iran: Historic Assemblies of God church building put up for sale by Islamic regime – March 28, 2023
News from this Week 3/23/23
Breaking World News
The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.
Russia’s Putin ‘Open’ For China’s Peace Plan On Ukraine
Three days after he was indicted for war crimes, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Monday he would discuss a plan “to settle the acute crisis in Ukraine” with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping.
Markets Volatile Despite Credit Suisse Rescue
Markets across the world recovered late Monday but remained volatile despite efforts by authorities to portray the rescue of Credit Suisse bank by its rival UBS as a good deal.
Russian Cruise Missiles Destroyed In Crimea
Ukraine’s defense ministry says Russian cruise missiles for use by Moscow’s feared Black Sea Fleet had been destroyed in another setback for Russia’s military.
Latest World News Headlines
Montenegro’s Leader Wins First Round of Presidential Poll Amid Turmoil (Worthy News Radio) – March 20, 2023
Fed, Central Banks Announce Emergency Cash Measures Sunday – March 20, 2023
Vaccine Makers Prep Bird Flu Shot for Humans ‘Just in Case’; Rich Nations Lock in Supplies – March 20, 2023
Australia: Millions of dead fish wash up in New South Wales state – March 20, 2023
China’s Xi Visits Russia’s Putin After War Crimes Indictment – March 20, 2023
Russia’s Indicted Putin Visits Destroyed Mariupol Under Cover Of Darkness – March 19, 2023
Iran’s nuclear breakout time is under 2 weeks, U.S. Senate hears – March 19, 2023
Breaking Israel News
Netanyahu’s Likud faction votes to approve ‘softening’ of judicial reform
The Likud and Religious Zionist Party (RZP) approved on Monday evening a “softened” version of the bill to change the Judicial Appointments Committee, which enables the coalition to appoint two High Court justices per Knesset term without the approval of the opposition, the parties announced in statements on Monday evening.
Netanyahu’s government revived Israeli-Palestinian peace talks, PA official says
Palestinian officials on Monday expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the security summit with Israel in the Egyptian Red Sea resort city of Sharm El-Sheikh, while Hamas and other Palestinian factions continued to criticize the Palestinian Authority for participating in the gathering, held under the auspices of the US Representatives of Jordan and Egypt also took part in the summit.
Latest Israel News Headlines
Prophetic Anticipation Builds: Unblemished Red Heifers for Temple Ceremony Soon Come of Age – March 19, 2023
Netanyahu touts elimination of ‘dozens’ of Arab terrorists, vows crackdown on anti-judicial reform ‘anarchy’ – March 19, 2023
Proposed Israel Law Would Forbid Evangelism – March 18, 2023
Israel: Counter-terrorism forces shoot dead suspected Hezbollah terrorist wearing primed explosive belt – March 16, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
Federal judge blocks key parts of California handgun law
A federal judge on Monday blocked key provisions of a California law that drastically restricts the sale of new handguns in the state, saying parts of the legislation violate the Second Amendment.
Biden signs bill ordering declassification of intelligence on COVID, Wuhan lab
President Biden signed a bill Monday that requires the director of national intelligence to declassify information about the origins of the coronavirus and potential links to a lab in central China.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
Wyoming passes law banning sale and use of abortion pills – March 20, 2023
‘Ex-President Trump To Be Arrested Tuesday’ – March 18, 2023
US Launching Controversial Payment System – March 18, 2023
Texas federal court hears arguments from conservative Christian group seeking ban on abortion pill – March 16, 2023
Florida advances six-week abortion ban – March 16, 2023
Moody’s just cut its outlook on the entire US banking system to negative in the wake of SVB’s collapse – March 15, 2023
100,000 Californians still have no power as storms whip hurricane-force winds, flood homes and threaten 25 million people in other states – March 15, 2023
Breaking Christian News
Nigeria: 10 Christians slaughtered ahead of gubernatorial election in Kaduna state
Ahead of an important gubernatorial election which made for an especially tense political atmosphere, a further 10 Christians in Nigeria’s Kaduna state were hacked to death by militants armed with machetes last week, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
Mozambique: US missionary pilot and SA volunteers released from prison while criminal investigation continues
While they must remain in Mozambique pending further criminal investigation, an American missionary pilot and two South African volunteers from the US-based Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) have been released from a four-month prison term in war-torn Mozambique, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Latest Christian News Headlines
Vermont: Christian school suspended from regional sporting events after refusing to play against biologically male transgender player – March 16, 2023
Innocent Christian Man Released From U.S. Prison After 34 Years – March 16, 2023
Nigeria: Slaughter of Christians continues – March 15, 2023
Nigeria: Gunmen shoot dead the son of a Baptist pastor, abduct pastor’s wife and others, “we are fervently praying to God” – March 14, 2023
Iran: Pastor still faces 30 lashes and two years in exile after early release from prison – March 13, 2023
DRC: Islamic State claims responsibility for murdering 35 Christians – March 13, 2023
News from this Week 3/15/23
Breaking World News
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Poland Court: Activist Quilty Of Aiding Abortion
A court in heavily Catholic Poland on Tuesday found a self-declared women’s rights activist guilty of aiding an abortion by providing pills, the first such conviction in a nation with the European continent’s strictest abortion laws.
Netherlands Vote As Social Turmoil Threatens Government
Dutch voters began voting Wednesday in local elections that will impact the national legislature when the country’s longtime prime minister faces the worst social turmoil in years.
EU: ‘Hungary Targets Opponents Through Israeli Spyware’ (Worthy News Radio)
Leaders of the European Union’s parliament committee investigating espionage have accused Hungary’s government of “grossly abusing” Israeli spyware to intimidate hundreds of perceived domestic opponents.
Latest World News Headlines
Russia Doesn’t Recognize Crimes Court Amid Fierce Fighting In Ukraine (Worthy News Radio) – March 14, 2023
Russian jet collides with U.S. drone over Black Sea – March 14, 2023
Turkey is blocking humanitarian aid to Kurdish earthquake victims in northern Syria – March 14, 2023
Iran, Belarus Sign Cooperation Deal Despite Western Concerns – March 14, 2023
Belarus Halting Worship Services – March 14, 2023
North Korea test-fires two cruise missiles ahead of South Korea/US joint military drill – March 13, 2023
US-UK-Australia Submarine Plans Move Ahead; China Has Said it Reveals ‘Cold War Mentality’ – March 13, 2023
Breaking Israel News
Islamic Jihad calls on Israeli Arabs to launch armed uprising against Israel
With tensions already running extremely high amid increased Palestinian terror attacks against Israelis and counter-terrorist offensives by the Israel Defense Forces, the military wing of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad terror group has called on Israeli Arabs to launch a third “intifada” – deadly armed uprising – against Israel, i24 News reports. The First Intifada took place between 1987-1991, while the Second Intifada began in 2000 and lasted until 2005.
Despite massive widespread protests by Israeli citizens, and ignoring the strong opposition of the country’s President Isaac Herzog, Israel’s parliament on Tuesday approved the first reading of a highly controversial bill that would restrict judicial review of legislation and consolidate power in the hands of the new far-right government, i24 News reports.
Latest Israel News Headlines
Bill protecting PM from impeachment submitted to Israeli parliament – March 13, 2023
IAF fighter jets, refuelers hold air drill with US forces, thought to focus on Iran – March 13, 2023
200,000 Protest Israeli Premier’s Judicial Reforms – March 13, 2023
Israel’s Concerns Over China Deal With Iran, Saudi Arabia – March 12, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
Ohio sues Norfolk Southern over East Palestine train derailment
The state of Ohio this week announced a lawsuit against Norfolk Southern in connection with the February derailment of one of its trains near the town of East Palestine.
Praying Football Coach Is Now Back on the Job After Supreme Court Victory
A Washington state high school football coach who was fired for silently praying on the field after games has been officially reinstated after he won his Supreme Court case last June.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
Biden to sign executive order increasing background checks for Americans buying guns – March 14, 2023
Bank stocks dive as Wall Street trembles amid SVB failure – March 13, 2023
Washington OKs Huge Oil Drilling In Alaska – March 13, 2023
FDIC Will Protect All Silicon Valley Bank Deposits After Sudden Collapse, Treasury Says – March 12, 2023
US Deficit Surges 52% to $723B Fiscal YTD – March 12, 2023
US House Votes To Declassify COVID Origins; Biden Pressured (Video) – March 10, 2023
New York to pay Christian agency $250,000 in lawsuit settlement over LGBT child placements – March 9, 2023
Breaking Christian News
As the slaughter of Christians in Nigeria continues with minimal intervention by the government, gunmen in Kaduna state on Friday shot and killed the son of a Baptist pastor before abducting the pastor’s wife and three other people, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Iran: Pastor still faces 30 lashes and two years in exile after early release from prison
An Iranian pastor who converted to Christianity from Islam has been released after serving five years of a jail term he received for sharing the Gospel with Muslims, but still faces 30 lashes and two years in exile from his home, Article 18 reports.
DRC: Islamic State claims responsibility for murdering 35 Christians
Islamic State terrorists in the Democratic Republic of Congo have confirmed that they recently killed 35 people whom they claim are “Christian” in Mukondi village in North Kivu province, the Associated Press reports.
Latest Christian News Headlines
‘God has been drawing Gen Z to Himself’: Regent students’ holding revival worship during spring break – March 9, 2023
Nicaragua: Thousands flock to Somotillo to hear the Gospel and encounter God – March 9, 2023
New Reports of Revival, 20 Baptisms at Purdue – Evangelist Chastises Critics, ‘God Is Moving, It’s Just Starting’ – March 8, 2023
A further 41 Texas churches leave UMC over LGBTQ stance – March 8, 2023
England: Large Anglican church to stop payments to Diocese in split over LGBT blessing ceremonies – March 8, 2023
Nigeria: Church of Christ in Nations pastor and two sons killed by Islamist militants – March 7, 2023
India: Hindu nationalists vandalize Gideon Bible stall at fair, accuse Christians of entrapment – March 7, 2023
News from this Week 3/10/23
Breaking World News
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Power Restored At Ukraine Nuclear Site After Deadly Strikes
Power has been restored to Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, Europe’s largest after massive Russian strikes killed at least nine people, authorities said Thursday.
Another mass shooting in Germany, seven dead
A gunman opened fire in a Jehovah’s Witness Kingdom Hall in Germany’s northern city of Hamburg late Thursday, killing at least seven people, authorities said.
Russia Unleashes Devastating Assault Across Ukraine: ‘Massive Attack’
Russian forces carried out a “massive missile attack” on key Ukrainian targets overnight, according to Ukraine’s top soldier.
Latest World News Headlines
UK: Lawmakers reject legislation that would allow silent prayer within abortion clinic buffer zones – March 9, 2023
Georgia’s Capital Rocked By Riots Over Foreign Agents’ Law (Worthy News Radio) – March 9, 2023
Hungary’s President Urges Women To Have Faith-Based Families – March 9, 2023
NATO: ‘Russia Could Capture Ukraine’s Bakhmut In Days’ – March 8, 2023
China “most consequential threat” to U.S. national security, top intelligence official says – March 8, 2023
Russia Detains Christians Opposing War – March 8, 2023
Hungary Delegates In Sweden Amid Concerns About NATO Expansion (Worthy News Radio) – March 7, 2023
Breaking Israel News
Netanyahu: ‘Horrible nuclear war’ will break out, if Iran isn’t stopped
A “horrible nuclear war” will break out if the world does not stop Tehran from obtaining atomic weapons, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in his first ever address to the Iranian people on Thursday night.
Traffic Blocked, Thousands Protest as ‘Day of Resistance’ Underway in Israel
The protest movement against the government’s judicial reform plan is waging a “day of resistance against the dictatorship” on Thursday, blocking roads and even maritime routes.
Latest Israel News Headlines
Saudi Arabia Offers Peace To Israel In Exchange For Nuclear Energy – March 9, 2023
US backs Israel’s ‘legitimate right’ to fight terror following Jenin operation – March 8, 2023
All Signs Point to Imminent Israeli Attack on Iran – March 8, 2023
Israel must recognize online marriages conducted via Utah, Supreme Court rules – March 8, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
US House Votes To Declassify COVID Origins; Biden Pressured (Video)
American President Joe Biden came under pressure Friday after the U.S. House of Representatives voted unanimously to force the White House to declassify the origins of COVID-19.
New York to pay Christian agency $250,000 in lawsuit settlement over LGBT child placements
The New York State Office of Children and Family Services has agreed to pay a Christian adoption agency $250,000 in legal fees to settle a lawsuit filed after the state tried to force the agency to place children with same-sex couples or unmarried heterosexual couples in violation of its faith ethics, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
FBI director says China could use TikTok to control data on millions of Americans – March 8, 2023
Federal court says pro life pregnancy centers should not have to hire pro choice employees – March 8, 2023
Diverse faith groups file amicus briefs supporting evangelical postal worker in SCOTUS religious accommodations case – March 8, 2023
Feds extorted social media to censor by threatening lucrative ‘hidden subsidy’: AGs lawsuit – March 8, 2023
Two Kidnapped Americans Killed In Mexico – March 7, 2023
SCOTUS declines to hear case involving atheists’ offense at police prayer vigil – March 7, 2023
Parents alarmed by satanist after-school clubs forming across U.S. – March 6, 2023
Breaking Christian News
Nicaragua: Thousands flock to Somotillo to hear the Gospel and encounter God
Thousands of people gathered in a small town in western Nicaragua Saturday to hear the Gospel preached by US evangelists from Shake The Nations Ministries (STNM) to have a life-changing encounter with Jesus, GOD TV reports.
A further 41 Texas churches leave UMC over LGBTQ stance
A further 41 conservative congregations in Texas have now left The United Methodist Church amid ongoing disagreement over the Bible’s teaching on same-sex marriage and the ordination of openly gay and trans clergy, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Latest Christian News Headlines
England: Large Anglican church to stop payments to Diocese in split over LGBT blessing ceremonies – March 8, 2023
Nigeria: Church of Christ in Nations pastor and two sons killed by Islamist militants – March 7, 2023
India: Hindu nationalists vandalize Gideon Bible stall at fair, accuse Christians of entrapment – March 7, 2023
Just 4% of US adults now hold worldview based on Bible, report shows – March 7, 2023
Pastor Aiding Ukraine Town After Massacre – March 6, 2023
Most US churches will continue online services along with in-person gatherings post COVID, study shows – March 6, 2023
Breaking World News from this Week- 3/1/23
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‘Ukraine To Join NATO In Long-Term”; Clashes Intensify
The secretary general of NATO effectively warned Moscow on Monday that Ukraine would become a military alliance member in the “long term” as frontline clashes intensified and Kyiv’s military hit targets deep inside Russia.
US Treasury Secretary Yellen In Ukraine After Deadly Drone Strike
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen arrived in Kyiv to reaffirm U.S. support for Ukraine’s struggle against Russia’s invasion, hours after deadly drone strikes in Ukraine and a counterattack against a Russian warplane.
Trains Collide In Greece; Dozens Killed
Authorities say at least 32 people have been killed and 85 injured in northern Greece after two trains collided.
Latest World News Headlines
UN atomic agency confirms Iran has enriched uranium close to weapons grade – March 1, 2023
Ukraine Open For Chinese Peace Plan, But Confusion Remains (Worthy News Radio) – February 27, 2023
Nigeria Presidential Elections Clouded By Chaos – February 27, 2023
Britain and EU agree deal on Northern Ireland – February 27, 2023
Hungary Reluctant To Expand NATO – February 27, 2023
US Intel. ‘Coronavirus Leaked From Wuhan Lab’ (Worthy News Analysis) – February 27, 2023
Chinese COVID Lab Leak Debate Resurges After New Report Drops – February 26, 2023
Breaking Israel News
American Citizen Killed in Jericho Area Terror Attack as Judea, Samaria Violence Expands
Palestinian terrorists killed an Israeli-American citizen in another deadly attack Monday on a main highway near the city of Jericho. The killing came on the same day that the family of two murdered brothers from a Jewish community in Samaria buried their sons at Jerusalem’s Mt. Herzl Cemetery.
Protesters launch nationwide ‘day of disruption’ against justice overhaul
The protest movement against the government’s justice overhaul plan was set to escalate its tactics on Wednesday in a “national day of disruption.”
Latest Israel News Headlines
Papua New Guinea will open embassy in Jerusalem – February 27, 2023
UN Security Council to hold 3rd emergency meet on West Bank violence since new gov’t – February 27, 2023
Israel’s coalition set to pass Override Law in Knesset this week – February 26, 2023
In escalation, 21 arrested at 100,000-strong Tel Aviv anti-judicial reform rally – February 26, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
Number of Americans identifying as LGBT has doubled in last decade, poll shows
A new Gallup poll shows that the percentage of Americans identifying as LGBT has doubled in the last 10 years, the Christian Post reports. Released on Wednesday last week, the poll was based on responses from 10,700 American adults in 2022.
Pro-life activists say they were unlawfully arrested for handing out flyers outside a San Francisco hospital they believe is using aborted babies’ remains in fetal tissue research.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
White House orders TikTok off government devices within 30 days – February 27, 2023
Two Days After Buttigieg Visit, Biden Admin Halts Removal of Toxic Waste From East Palestine – February 27, 2023
California faces more blizzards, floods in multistate storm – February 26, 2023
Neo-Nazi Groups Organizing Antisemitic ‘National Day of Hate,’ Police Warn – February 24, 2023
US housing market has lost $2.3 trillion in value from its peak as home prices tumble – February 24, 2023
House GOP announces bills to guard against government censorship – February 23, 2023
U.S. government got $400 million in vaccine royalties from Moderna, company says – February 23, 2023
Breaking Christian News
Ancient Biblical city of Antioch was devastated in Turkey earthquake
The ancient Turkish city of Antioch, where the Bible says followers of Jesus were first called Christians, has been devastated by the catastrophic 7.8-magnitude earthquake which hit Turkey and Syria on February 6 and killed 42,000 people, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Uganda: Forty Christian children rescued after abduction by Islamist, “we thank God”
Forty Christian children in Uganda have been rescued after being kidnapped by Islamists who may have planned to sell them to a militant group in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. The children’s abduction is one of many documented examples of the intense persecution of Christians in Uganda.
Latest Christian News Headlines
US Christian University Ending 24/7 ‘Revival Worship’ On Campus As ‘Fire’ Spreads (Worthy News In-Depth) – February 23, 2023
Mozambique: Christians increasingly vulnerable to Islamic State terror – February 23, 2023
Iran: Two Christians pardoned and released from prison – February 23, 2023
Nigeria Christians Face Cash Crisis Ahead Of Elections (Worthy News In-Depth) – February 23, 2023
News from this Week 2/22/23
Breaking World News
The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.
US officials have stated Russia carried out a failed test of its intercontinental “Satan II” ballistic missiles ahead of President Joe Biden’s surprise visit to Ukraine this week, the London Standard reports.
Russia Will Never Be Victorious In Ukraine,’ Biden Says
U.S. President Joe Biden has told a crowd in Poland that “Ukraine will never be a victory for Russia, never.”
Activists Condemn Jailing Belarus Journalist
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has decried Belarusian authorities for sentencing journalist Yury Hladchuk to 2.5 years in prison.
Latest World News Headlines
Genocide Watch warns of possible new war between Armenia and Azerbaijan this year – February 21, 2023
Russia Suspends Key Nuclear Treaty; NATO Concerned (Worthy News Radio) – February 21, 2023
President Biden Visiting War-Torn Ukraine Pledged More Military Aid – February 20, 2023
Again Powerful Earthquake In Turkish-Syrian Border Area – February 20, 2023
Kosovo Has 15th Independence Anniversary Amid Tensions – February 20, 2023
Iran: Protests erupt for first time in weeks – February 20, 2023
China Considers Sending Weapons to Russia Further Escalating Tensions – February 20, 2023
Breaking Israel News
4.5-magnitude tremor felt in Israel amid uptick in seismic activity
The Israel Geological Institute said a 4.5-magnitude tremor was recorded in the country on Wednesday morning, for the second time this week.
Netanyahu said to huddle repeatedly with military brass over possible attack on Iran
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly held a series of secret high-level meetings with top military officials aimed at upping preparations for a possible confrontation with Iran.
Latest Israel News Headlines
Israel: Tens of thousands protest government bill to restrict Supreme Court power – February 21, 2023
Israel passes several judicial reforms on first reading – February 21, 2023
Senior Boeing official in Israel to push sale of advanced F-15 jets for Iran strike – February 21, 2023
Israel hits back at UN Security Council for denouncing West Bank settlement activity – February 20, 2023
Breaking U.S. News
Supreme Court Hears Arguments Concerning Tech Giants’ Liability for Social Media Content
The Internet could soon face a significant transformation, courtesy of the Supreme Court.
Moderna enters R&D collaboration for mRNA gene-editing therapies
Moderna Inc will collaborate with privately-owned Life Edit Therapeutics Inc under an agreement to discover and develop mRNA gene-editing therapies, the companies said on Wednesday.
Latest U.S. News Headlines
Supreme Court rejects ACLU challenge to state laws banning anti-Israel boycotts – February 21, 2023
Democratic governors form alliance on abortion rights – February 21, 2023
IRS leaked thousands of Americans’ tax filings; Congress demands to know if it was political – February 21, 2023
Coast-to-coast winter storm to blast millions with threats of blizzard – February 20, 2023
James O’Keefe ousted from Project Veritas after power struggle with board – February 20, 2023
Brain implant startup backed by Bezos and Gates is testing mind-controlled computing on humans – February 20, 2023
U.S. Police Detain Man After Mississippi Mass Shooting – February 19, 2023
Breaking Christian News
Nicaragua Removes Citizenship Church Leaders And Many Others
Nicaragua has stripped more than 90 people of their Nicaraguan citizenship, including the bishop of Managua and a Catholic priest, as part of a crackdown on opponents of the country’s autocratic President Daniel Ortega.
Pakistan Christian Family Faces Deportation Despite Death Threats (Worthy News In-Depth)
A Christian family who fled Pakistan after angry Muslim crowds torched their home and one of them was nearly beaten to death, face forced deportation from Thailand, Worthy News established.
China: Government persecution of Christians worsened last year, report says
The US-based ChinaAid persecution watchdog organization attests in a new report that China’s ruling Communist Party intensified its notorious harassment and mistreatment of Christians in the country last year, the Christian Post reports.
Latest Christian News Headlines
10 Anglican Archbishops say Church of England is “disqualified” as “Mother Church” over blessings for same-sex marriages – February 21, 2023
Persecuted Christians in South Asia Bravely Translating the Bible with Help from Wycliffe Associates – February 21, 2023
Nigeria: Christian leaders mark 5th year in captivity of schoolgirl Leah Sharibu abducted by Boko Haram – February 21, 2023
Mozambique: Imprisoned missionaries denied bail – February 21, 2023
20,000 Join Asbury Revival in Weekend Explosion, but Outpouring Will Now Be Moved Off Campus – February 20, 2023
Six Egyptian Coptic Christians released by kidnappers in Libya – February 20, 2023
Asbury University revival moving to new sites to accommodate people arriving from around the world – February 20, 2023
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